deceased

Example Sentences

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The filings in Los Angeles County Superior Court show Cal/OSHA began its investigation into the working conditions and training provided to the deceased detectives three days after the explosion.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Bone ash apartments are empty properties which are turned into ritual halls by family members of the deceased.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

More challenging was the emotional toll of removing the deceased previous owner’s things.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

"Their bravery, their sacrifice and their names will not be forgotten," Springsteen said about the two deceased Americans.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

Often one of the brothers steps in and snatches control, leaving the family of the deceased at his mercy.

From "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" by William Kamkwamba